2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Megane | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
